The 2024 CPL Qualifier 2 is set to take place on Saturday, October 5, at the Providence Stadium in Guyana.
CPL 2024 Qualifier 2 Match Timing
This high-stakes match will feature the Guyana Amazon Warriors (GAW) facing off against the Barbados Royals (BR). The game will begin at 4:00 AM PST / 11:00 PM (GMT) / 7:00 PM (LOCAL), with both teams fighting for a spot in the final.
Guyana Amazon Warriors’ Road to Qualifier 2
The Guyana Amazon Warriors had a strong league stage, finishing 1st in the table. Out of their 10 matches, they won 7, lost 3, and accumulated 14 points with an impressive Net Run Rate (NRR) of +0.799. However, their momentum took a hit in Qualifier 1, where they faced the Saint Lucia Kings (SLK). GAW fell short in this crucial game, losing and missing their first opportunity to secure a place in the final. Now, they have another chance as they gear up to battle the Barbados Royals in Qualifier 2.
Barbados Royals’ Journey to Qualifier 2
The Barbados Royals finished 4th in the league stage, with 5 wins and 5 losses from their 10 games, earning 10 points and an NRR of +0.084. Despite a mixed league performance, they showed resilience in the Eliminator, where they defeated Trinbago Knight Riders (TKR), who had also won 7 games during the league phase. This crucial victory has given the Royals a shot at reaching the final through Qualifier 2.
What’s Next?
With the Guyana Amazon Warriors looking to redeem themselves after the loss in Qualifier 1 and the Barbados Royals riding high on their Eliminator win, this match promises to be an intense contest. The winner will advance to the CPL 2024 Final, while the loser’s journey will end.
Where to Watch CPL 2024 Qualifier 2
All the action of the Qualifier 2 will be seen on various platforms by the cricketing fans:
Caribbean Viewers:
- Pan-Caribbean: SportsMax will broadcast the matches across the Caribbean, ensuring fans in the region can follow every ball.
- Trinidad & Tobago: Tune in to TV6 for live coverage.
- Guyana: Watch the matches on TVG, ENET, or NTN.
- Saint Lucia: Helen TV and Winners TV will be broadcasting the games.
- Grenada: GBN will provide live coverage.
- Antigua & Barbuda: CNS is the go-to channel for live broadcasts.
- Barbados: CBC will air the matches.
- Jamaica: SportsMax Plus will be streaming the games.
International Viewers:
- India: Star Sports and FanCode will stream the matches live, making it easy for fans to watch on various platforms.
- Middle East: Cricket enthusiasts can follow the action on Cricbuzz.
- United Kingdom: TNT Sports will broadcast the games.
- USA/Canada: Willow TV is the destination for North American viewers.
- New Zealand: Sky Sport will air the matches.
- South Africa: SuperSport will cover the event.
- Bet & Watch: Sportradar offers a unique way to watch and bet on the games simultaneously.
CPL 2024 Qualifier Squads
| Team | Players |
|---|---|
| Guyana Amazon Warriors | Imran Tahir (c), Shimron Hetmyer, Shai Hope (wk), Matthew Nandu, Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Kevlon Anderson, Azam Khan (wk), Saim Ayub, Ronaldo Alimohamed, Keemo Paul, Dwaine Pretorius, Raymon Reifer, Romario Shepherd, Shamar Joseph, Gudakesh Motie, Kevin Sinclair, Junior Sinclair |
| Barbados Royals | Rovman Powell (c), Alick Athanaze, Quinton de Kock (wk), Kevin Wickham, Rahkeem Cornwall, Shamarh Brooks, Rivaldo Clarke (wk), Jason Holder, Kadeem Alleyne, Obed McCoy, Naveen-ul-Haq, Ramon Simmonds, Maheesh Theekshana, Isai Thorne, Nyeem Young, Nathan Sealy, Dunith Wellalage |
